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Re: Next question: SU Adjustment

To: "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob@webtv.net>
Subject: Re: Next question: SU Adjustment
Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2002 00:11:31 -0800
Cc: "Gerard" <pixelsmith@gerardsgarage.com>, "Spridget List" <spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <29241-3DCF2BCE-1211@storefull-2177.public.lawson.webtv.net>
Well, I think the problem has been narrowed a bit. On Brad's advice, I
checked the distributor. It was a  little loose. I mean, it takes a little
effort to move it, but it does turn. Perhaps while it was running yesterday
the distributor turned a little... .. Hmmm.. Damn. Just call me Moronasaurus
Rex. Looks like I'm compounding maladjusted components. Oh goodie. What a
way to be re-initiated into the world of LBCs after so many years. Trial by
fire, eh?

I just want to take it for a drive before i tear out the seats/interior and
start the bodywork, that's all. Is it too much to ask??? =)

Thanks everyone for your advice and patience.

----- Original Message -----
From "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob at webtv.net>
To: "William West" <livinginthepast@mindspring.com>
Cc: "Gerard" <pixelsmith@gerardsgarage.com>; "Spridget List"
<spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2002 8:02 PM
Subject: Re: Next question: SU Adjustment


> Bill-
>
> Any chance moisture could have gotten
> into the distributor cap overnight (or
> something like that)?
>
> Pull the plugs and make sure they are
> clean and that when hooked up to the
> wires, they do spark! This sounds silly
> but.....! Then verify correct static timing.
>
> I respectfully and strongly suggest you pick up a copy of:
>
> SU Carburetters
> Tuning Tips & Techniques
>
> to verify tuning procedures as recommended by the mfg, pgs.15-17,
> including proper sequence in terms
> of the procedures wherein throttle
> and choke interconnects are mentioned.
>
> available from www.aptfast.com
>
> Maybe good time to order a matched
> set of proper air valve springs
> as well?
>
>
>
>
> Cap'n. Bob (Ret'd)
>       '60 Frog

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